Calhoun County Health Data

Calhoun County, West Virginia

Health Score

29/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

State avg 7.6%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

65

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

50

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Calhoun County, West Virginia

Below-average life expectancy, widespread poor health

Calhoun County residents live to 71.5 years on average, falling 0.7 years below West Virginia's state average and more than 6 years below the U.S. average of 78.0 years. At 28.7%, Calhoun has the highest poor/fair health rate among these eight counties.

Bottom-tier health outcomes in West Virginia

Calhoun County ranks in the bottom third of West Virginia's 55 counties for life expectancy at 71.5 years. The 7.5% uninsured rate is close to the state average of 7.6%, but widespread poor health reflects deeper health challenges.

Poorest health indicators in the region

Calhoun's 71.5-year life expectancy ranks just above Clay (69.3) but trails all other comparison counties, and its 28.7% poor/fair health rate is the worst in the group. The county faces entrenched socioeconomic and health disparities.

Improved primary care, limited mental health depth

Calhoun offers 65 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the second-highest in this group—but only 50 mental health providers per 100,000. With 7.5% uninsured, many residents rely on Medicaid for both primary and behavioral health care.

Health insurance is your first step

Calhoun County's health challenges make insurance coverage essential for accessing the primary and mental health care you need. Call West Virginia's Medicaid office or visit healthcare.gov to enroll in affordable coverage that supports your family's health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Calhoun County, WV?
Calhoun County has a health score of 29/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #41 out of 55 counties in West Virginia (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Calhoun County?
Life expectancy in Calhoun County is 71.5 years. The West Virginia state average is 72.2 years, making Calhoun County below the state average.
How does Calhoun County health compare to the West Virginia average?
Calhoun County's health score of 29/100 is below the West Virginia average of 37/100. Life expectancy is 71.5 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 7.6% statewide.
What health factors affect Calhoun County?
Key health factors for Calhoun County include: life expectancy (71.5 years), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (65:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 50:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Calhoun County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 29/100 ("Below Average"), Calhoun County faces health challenges compared to other counties in West Virginia. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.5 years. 7.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Calhoun County?
Calhoun County's health score of 29/100 is below the West Virginia average of 37/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.